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Common Pickleball Injuries and How You Can Try to Avoid Them
In recent years, pickleball has exploded in popularity in the United States. But getting active can also come with the risk of injury. Here are some tips to help prevent common pickleball injuries.
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9 Podcasts That Make Personal Finance Fun
Whether you’re a stock-market hobbyist or a financial late bloomer, these 9 podcast picks may leave you more inspired to get your money working smarter AND harder.
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Make Your Home Your Happy Place with These 5 Mood Boosters
One of the simplest ways to potentially improve your mental health at home is to introduce small items that have a positive impact on your mood. Here are a few of our favorite ideas for turning your home into your happy place.
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8 Apps to Help You Sleep Better
Sleep apps can serve as a great motivational tool to help track the quality and quantity of your sleep and potentially provide insight to your personal sleep data. Here are 8 sleep apps to consider.
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What Is Sustainable Travel?
Sustainable travel is a way tourists can take into account their environmental impact on a place they are visiting. Even small actions can make a difference! If you want to travel more sustainably, here are some tips to get started.
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9 Sneaky Ways to Get More Fiber
Most Americans don’t get enough fiber in their diet. Here are 9 easy ways to help boost your fiber intake.
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Your iPad, Your Way: 6 Tips to Customize Your Device
iPads can be a great way to connect with the world—but there are probably more ways to use it than you think! No matter your skill level or amount of Apple expertise, here are six ways to help improve your iPad experience in just a few clicks.
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Affording Senior Living Tips From Jean Chatzky
Finance guru Jean Chatzky joined our webinar series to explain how to financially prepare for retirement and beyond. Watch the full webinar if you missed it, or check out a few takeaways from her talk.
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5 Questions to Ask After a Fall
After a fall, finding out what caused it can be just as important as treating a resulting injury, because that info can help prevent the next one. Here's some guidance on what to ask your doctor.
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10 Best Dogs for Seniors
Dogs are a senior's best friend. Research shows that having a pet may boost your mood, help keep you active, and may even reduce blood pressure. But which breed is right for you? Here are 10 of the best dogs for seniors.
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What Is Brain Fog?
Brain fog has been in the news as a somewhat common symptom of long COVID. But what exactly does this term mean and how do you know if it’s what you’re experiencing?
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Helpful Things to Know About OTC Hearing Aids
There’s good news on the horizon: Adults with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss will likely be able to buy an over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid before the end of 2022.
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Step Aside, Texting: Letter Writing Is Back
This year, an unexpected tradition has been revived: letter writing. It’s always been more intimate than texting, and there’s no other excitement that matches seeing a hand-written envelope addressed to you in the mail.
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Meet Mae, an Author and Brookdale Resident Ambassador
If you've ever walked into Mae Whitworth's Brookdale community, you've either seen Mae’s smiling face or read her kind words. Mae takes pride in making each new resident’s new community feel like a home filled with friends.
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6 National Parks Every Senior Should Visit
For just $20 a year, the National Park Service offers seniors nearly unlimited access to national parks across the country. Each park has something unique to offer. Here are some of the best national parks for seniors.
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